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Sunshine Assisted Living - The House

Mid-size home·Licensed for 15·Paradise, California

Licensed since 2023Licence #45003002
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Starting rate$3,500 a monthListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026
  • Home sizeLicensed for 15Mid-size care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitJuly 1, 2026CDSS inspection record
  • Licence holderSunshine Village of Paradise; CiminocareSince 2023 · 2 licensed homes

Sunshine Assisted Living - The House is a mid-size care home in Paradise — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 15 residents since 2023.

Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.

Quick answers and the state record

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about Sunshine Assisted Living - The House

Is Sunshine Assisted Living - The House licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

How many residents is Sunshine Assisted Living - The House licensed for?

15 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Has Sunshine Assisted Living - The House been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.

Is Sunshine Assisted Living - The House still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.

What does Sunshine Assisted Living - The House cost?

$3,500 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly, seen September 9, 2026.

The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.

A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.

Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.

Does Sunshine Assisted Living - The House take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.

Who holds the license?

The license is held by Sunshine Village of Paradise; Ciminocare, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. See the homes licensed to Ciminocare — at least 6 on the state roster.

Can Sunshine Assisted Living - The House keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Sunshine Assisted Living - The House license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “SUNSHINE ASSISTED LIVING- THE HOUSE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #45003002. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed for 15 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed to Sunshine Village of Paradise; Ciminocare, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2023, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • 5 state inspection visits since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is July 1, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Type A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

Can they support the care needed?

California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.

  • Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 15 residents
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved by the state
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 5 residents

State licensing record · September 27, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.

Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR FIFTEEN(15) NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH FIVE (5) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. ANY FIVE(5) BEDROOMS MAY BE USED AS BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR 5.,

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026

As needs change

  • Two-person transfers or a lift

    Accepts residents needing a two-person transfer — reported yes

    Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”

    seniorly.com · 2026-08-24

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file — care may continue at the end of life

    Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”

    State licensing record · September 27, 2026

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation on file

    Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”

    State licensing record · September 27, 2026

2 more questions to ask the home
  • Someone awake overnight

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”

  • Medicines

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”

Care & day-to-day support

These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.

  • Respite / short-term stays

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Help with bathing or showering

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Assistance with transfers

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Medication management

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Works with residents’ own health care providers

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Diabetic / carbohydrate-controlled diet

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Incontinence care

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Help with dressing and grooming

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Accepts residents needing a two-person transfer

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Lift equipment namedHoyer lift

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Building is wheelchair accessible

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

Nights & staffing

  • 24-hour supervision claimed

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Fire sprinklers

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

What it costs here

This home’s starting rate

$3,500a month to start

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing

Likely monthly total

$3,500a month

Likely $3,500–$4,100

With a shared room and basic help.

An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.

See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · where the price comes from
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$3,500this home

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly, seen September 9, 2026.

  • Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600

    Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).

  • One-time move-in fee$1,500this home · one time

    The home lists this one-time fee on Caring.com, seen September 9, 2026.

Likely monthly totalLikely $3,500–$4,100
$3,500
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,000–$5,600
$5,000
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
  • Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
  • SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
  • VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
  • Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
  • The care level

    Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.

  • What is billed separately

    Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.

  • Move-in costs

    A one-time community fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.

  • Increases

    California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.

  • What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
  • What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
  • What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
  • Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
How this estimate worksWhere this price comes from

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly, seen September 9, 2026.

  • Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
  • Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
  • Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
  • Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
  • We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
  • It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
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Where it is

  • 1463 E. Dottie Lane, Paradise, CA 95969Address from the public record · September 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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The state record

California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.

Since 2023, the state has filed 5 documents for this home, and its records count 5 visits since 2023. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 1, 2026.

On file since
2023
State visits
5
Most recent visit
July 1, 2026

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations0typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 0
  • Total complaints0typical 1

“Typical” is the statewide median across the 327 licensed mid-size homes (7–15 beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations. Counts cover this licence since 2023.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated2026220202511020241102023110

The last 36 months — 4 of 5 documents

20262 state visits · 2 documents
Jul 1, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Deficiencies

On 07/01/2026 licensing program analyst Marisa Chiarelli arrived at the facility announced for a case management visit. LPA Chiarelli met with Anthony Faulkner and explained the purpose of the visit. Following an annual inspection conducted on 06/11/2026 LPA Chiarelli was informed that Anthony Faulkner wanted to become the new administrator for Sunshine assisted living - The House. Anthony would be replacing the previous administrator Maria Boulangger Falla who is no longer working at the facility since April 2026. It was determined that Anthony's administrator certificate is expired. Resident Care Coordinator Dayna Mock is getting her administrator certificate and possibly will be taking over as administrator for The House. Several topics were discussed One deficiency is being cited as of today's visit. Exit interview conducted copy of report and appeal rights given to the administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 1, 2026

From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87405(a) · Plan of correction due date: Jul 15, 2026

87405(a) Administrator - Qualifications and Duties All facilities shall have a qualified and currently certified administrator. The licensee did not comply with the section above evidence by: facility has been without an administrator for more than 30 days. Which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 1, 2026

Plan of correction: Licensee will hire a new certified administrator.

Jun 11, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 06/11/2026, Licensing program analyst (LPA) Marisa Chiarelli arrived to the facility unannounced to conduct a one year required inspection. LPA Chiarelli met with administrator Anthony Faulkner and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA Chiarelli and administrator toured the facility together to ensure the health and safety of residents in care. Areas toured included but not limited to, residents bedrooms, bathrooms, and kitchen. In the areas toured no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. Staff and resident files were reviewed (all staff and residents files are kept in sister facility Sunshine Assisted Living - The Cottage). Medication is kept in a locked room. LPA Chiarelli did a medication review. The common area was clean, odor-free and in good repair. All bedrooms had required furniture, bedding, and lighting. The bathrooms were clean and in good repair. The kitchen was clean and in good repair. Sharps are kept in a locked drawer. Food appears to be stored and prepared properly. Facility has required (7) seven-day non-perishable and (2) day perishable supply of food. The facility was observed to be at a comfortable temperature. First aid kit fully stocked and ready for emergency use. Fire extinguisher fully charged. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are all in working order. Hot water temperature measured within required Title 22 regulations of 105 degrees F and 120 degrees F. All employees requiring background checks are cleared. No pools/bodies of water are on the premises. No firearms are on premises. No deficiencies are being cited on today's inspection, exit interview conducted and copy of report left with the administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 11, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Jul 28, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On July 28, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kayla Adkison, arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a 1-Year Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with Facility Administrators, Anthony Faulkner and Maria Boulangger Falla, and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA and Administrators toured facility together to ensure health and safety of residents in care. LPA observed the facility to be clean, in good repair and odor-free. In the areas toured no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. Areas toured include but are not limited to: common areas, resident bedrooms, kitchen, common restrooms, storage area, and exterior courtyards. Facility has a 2-day perishable and a 7-day non-perishable amount of food. LPA observed all sharps and cleaning supplies to be kept locked and inaccessible to residents in care. LPA observed the medications to be kept in a locked room and inaccessible to residents. LPA observed fire extinguishers, fire detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors which were last inspected in July 2025. LPA observed the first aid kit to be complete and ready for emergency use. The facility was unable to provide documentation that the emergency disaster drills has been conducted since December, 2024. LPA reviewed a total of three (3) residents' files and three (3) staff files. All staff files contained the required documentation. Two of three resident files were missing record of a tuberculosis exam. Deficiencies cited from Title 22 Regulations and or the California Health and Safety Code. An exit interview was conducted and a copy of this report, LIC 809-D, and Appeal Rights were discussed and provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 28, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Jun 20, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 06/20/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaynae Boyles, arrived at the facility unannounced to conduct a 1-Year Required Annual Inspection. LPA met with Facility Administrator, Chad Young, and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA Boyles and Administrator toured facility together to ensure health and safety of residents in care. LPA observed the facility to be clean, in good repair and odor-free. In the areas toured no immediate health, safety, or personal rights violations were observed. Areas toured include but are not limited to: common areas, resident bedrooms, and common restrooms. LPA observed each bathroom to have the necessary grab bars, non-skid flooring or shower chair, paper towels, and trash can with lids. Facility has a 2-day perishable and a 7-day non-perishable amount of food and sharps to be locked. Hot water temperature was measured above 120 degrees F in three locations within the facility. LPA observed the medications to be locked and inaccessible to residents. LPA observed fire extinguishers, fire detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors. LPA observed the first aid kit to be complete and ready for emergency use. LPA observed the emergency disaster plan to be complete but not updated or reviewed since 2021. The facility was unable to provide documentation that the emergency disaster drills were conducted over the last 12 months. LPA reviewed a total of three (3) residents' files and five (5) staff files which contained all of the required documentation. Several topics were discussed. Deficiencies cited from Title 22 Regulations and or the California Health and Safety Code. Several topics were discussed. An exit interview was conducted, and Plans of Corrections were reviewed and developed collaboratively. A copy of this report, LIC 809-D, and Appeal Rights were discussed and provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 20, 2024
What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗

An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents and the questions below stand in their place.

Who holds the licence

Sunshine Village of Paradise; Ciminocare, licensed since 2023, operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

Life here

Rooms, meals, the rhythm of a day, faith and language, pets and house rules — as the home describes them. Tap any detail for its source and date; nothing here is graded.

Find a detail about life at this home.

Rooms & the spaces they will use

  • Private rooms

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor common space · Patio

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Shared / companion rooms

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Common areasGrill · Dining room · Fitness room · Business room · Library · Arts room · and 4 more

    Grill · Dining room · Fitness room · Business room · Library · Arts room · Activity room · Movie theater · Game room · Cognitive learning center — reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Private bathroom

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • LaundryDone by staff

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Room typesStudio

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Visitor parking

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Rooms come furnished

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • AmenitiesMaintenance · Postal services · Piano · Fireplace · Move-in coordination

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Air conditioning in the room

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Housekeeping

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

Meals, preferences & familiar food

  • Dining styleRestaurant style

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Special diets supportedLow / No Sodium

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • All-day or flexible dining

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Texture-modified dietsPureed

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Meal timesScheduled meals

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Food allergy management

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Meals provided

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Professional chef

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

Activities & the rhythm of a day

  • Activity types offeredVolunteer program · Music programs · Scheduled daily activities · Bridge club · Book club · Choir / singing club · and 13 more

    Volunteer program · Music programs · Scheduled daily activities · Bridge club · Book club · Choir / singing club · Bible study group · Happy hour · Cooking classes · Live dance or theater performances · Holiday parties · Dances · Art classes · Has karaoke · Trivia games · Live well programs · Has birthday parties · Wine tasting · Movie nights — reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Trips outside the home

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Resident-run activities

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Religious services at the home

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

Faith, culture & language

  • LGBTQ-welcoming stated

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Languages spoken by caregiversEnglish

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

Pets, routines & independence

  • Residents may bring a pet

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Pet types allowedDogs · Cats

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Pet types the home excludesLarge dogs

    Reported on caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Visiting & staying involved

  • Support services for families

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

  • Transportation

    Reported on seniorly.com · source dated August 24, 2026.

Before you call

Ask every home the same questions — the state’s record does not answer these. Keep the ones that matter and they travel with your saved homes.

  1. What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
  2. Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
  3. Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
  4. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  5. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?

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